School enrollment increases in Cúcuta due to the arrival of Venezuelan children
Due to the constant flow of children migrants from Venezuelaschool enrollment in the city of Cúcuta, capital of Norte de Santander in Colombia, has experienced a significant increase in the last year.
The Secretary of Education of Cúcuta, Carlos Eduardo García, pointed out that the trend has generated a great demand for places in local educational institutions and even in some, such as the National Technician of Commerce and the Normal Superior María Auxiliadora, they have reached their maximum capacity. due to high demand.
Given this situation, García recalled that the school registration process in the city’s public institutions ends on October 15. He urged parents and representatives to verify the availability of places at the nearest educational institutions or at the Ministry of Education, office 504, located in the Tonchalá Building.
Venezuelan children represent a challenge for the educational system in Cúcuta
The arrival of Venezuelan migrant children has represented a challenge for the local educational system. However, the Secretary of Education assured that measures are being taken to address this situation and guarantee access to education for all students.
The Secretary of Education of Cúcuta indicated that 16% of the city’s school enrollment corresponds to students from Venezuela.
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